Biodiversity conservation
Our natural heritage and the most valuable investment for humanity’s future.
Why it matters to you – the direct link between biodiversity and daily life
It is the invisible natural capital around which the global economy revolves. Losing it is a direct threat to our wellbeing and prosperity.
Cultural services
Spiritual, aesthetic, and recreational values that enhance human well-being, foster learning, creativity, and strengthen the connection with nature .
Provisioning services
Provision of food, freshwater, timber, fibers, genetic resources, and medicines (around 25% of modern medicines originate from plants).
Regulating services
Regulation of climate, purification of air and water, pollination of crops (affecting 75% of global agriculture), and control of pests and diseases.
Supporting services
Soil formation, nutrient cycling, and maintaining the health of fundamental ecosystems to ensure the continuity of life and support all other services.
Biodiversity – the web of life we weave together
Scientifically, this web is known as “biodiversity,” encompassing the variety of life across all sources, including terrestrial, marine, and other aquatic ecosystems. It includes diversity within species (genetic diversity), between species, and of ecosystems. The stability and resilience of ecosystems depend on their biodiversity.
IPBES globalassessment report on biodiversity and ecosystem services
Approximately one million animal and plant species are currently threatened with extinction, many within decades.
IUCN red list of threatened species
The most comprehensive global indicator of biodiversity health, showing alarming trends across species groups.
OECD reports
Highlight the severe economic consequences of natural capital loss
Global challenge a scientific red alert
Headlines warn of extinction, but the truth runs deeper. We face a silent crisis affecting the very foundations of life. Science sends a clear alarm: species loss is accelerating tens to hundreds of times faster than the natural background rate.
Individuals
Adopt sustainable consumption choices (e.g., MSC-certified seafood), support reputable organizations (WWF, IUCN), and reduce your carbon footprint.
Corporations
Integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards into business models, ensure sustainable supply chains, and invest in nature-based solutions.
Educational Institutions
Embed environmental and sustainability concepts into curricula to cultivate future stewards of biodiversity.
Solutions – from theory to practice
Smart conservation strategies
Community-led conservation
Engaging local communities, often the most effective stewards of natural resources.
Ex-situ conservation
Zoos, botanical gardens, and seed banks (e.g., the Svalbard Global Seed Vault) serve as safety nets for critically endangered species, allowing for future reintroduction.
In-situ conservation
Establishing and managing effective networks of protected areas and nature reserves to prioritize ecosystems in their natural state.
International policies
The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) provides a global framework to ensure commitment and coordinated action.